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John Widdicomb Hollywood Regency Black Lacquered Gentleman
s Chest, Refinished
By John Widdicomb
Located in South Bend, IN
An exceptional Mid-Century Modern Hollywood Regency highboy dresser or gentleman's chest
By John
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
Drexel Heritage Hollywood Regency Chinoiserie Burl Wood Gentleman
s Chest
By Drexel
Located in South Bend, IN
An exceptional Hollywood Regency Chinoiserie style gentleman's chest or highboy dresser
By
Category
Vintage 1980s American Hollywood Regency Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
Baker Furniture Hollywood Regency Campaign Walnut Gentleman
s Chest, Refinished
By Baker Furniture Company
Located in South Bend, IN
An exceptional Mid-Century Modern Hollywood Regency Campaign style gentleman's chest or highboy
Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
Danish Modern Teak Wardrobe, Gentleman
s Chest by Nils Jonsson
By Nils Jonsson
Located in Raleigh, NC
Incredible oiled teak chest by Nils Jonsson with six drawers and a door concealing six smaller
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Teak
Mid Century Gentleman
s Chest by Kipp Stewart for Drexel
By Kipp Stewart
Stewart MacDougall, Drexel
Located in New York, NY
Classic midcentury Highboy chest designed by Kipp Stewart and Stewart McDougall from the
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Porcelain, Ash
Vintage British Colonial Campaign Style Gentleman
s Wardrobe or Chest
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Mid Century interpretation of a British colonial campaign gentleman's wardrobe crafted in mahogany
Category
Mid-20th Century American Campaign Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Mahogany
Midcentury Walnut and Burl Wood Gentleman
s Chest, circa 1960s
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous Mid-Century Modern highboy dresser chest
USA, circa 1960s
Walnut and burl wood
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
Michael Taylor for Baker Furniture Chinoiserie Walnut Gentleman
s Chest
By Baker Furniture Company, Michael Taylor
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous Mid-Century Modern Hollywood Regency chinoiserie dresser chest
By Michael Taylor for
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
Paul McCobb for Calvin Gentleman
s Chest with bi-fold doors
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Gentleman's Chest designed by Paul McCobb for the Company Calvin. Two sets of Bi-fold doors reveal
Category
20th Century American Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Walnut
Rare George Nelson Black Frame and Marble-Top Gentleman
s Chest
By George Nelson, Herman Miller
Located in Middlesex, NJ
Rare George Nelson black frame and marble-top Gentleman's chest.
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Early Deco Gentleman
s Chest with Nickel hardware by Widdicomb
Located in Danville, CA
Mid-30's Art Deco Highboy by Widdicomb...possibly by Donald Deskey. This cabinet features astounding materials and joinery. Beautifully refinished
Category
Vintage 1930s American Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Nickel
Baker Furniture Milling Road French Regency Ebonized Gentleman
s Chest, Restored
By Baker Furniture Company
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous midcentury French Regency gentleman's chest dresser
From the Milling Road Collection
Category
Vintage 1960s American Hollywood Regency Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
Milo Baughman Style Burl Wood Gentleman
s Chest by Lane, 1970s
By Milo Baughman, Lane Furniture
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous Milo Baughman style Mid-Century Modern burl wood gentleman's chest or armoire dresser
Category
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Ash, Burl
Edmond Spence Swedish Modern Walnut Gentleman
s Chest with Travertine Inlay
By Edmond J. Spence
Located in South Bend, IN
An exceptional mid-century Swedish Modern highboy dresser or gentleman's chest
By Edmond Spence
Category
Vintage 1950s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Travertine
T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings for Widdicomb Gentleman
s Chest Mahogany 1940s
By T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
Located in Dallas, TX
A dark and richly finished mahogany cabinet with 13 contrasting birch interior utility drawers. All
Category
Vintage 1940s American Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
Paul McCobb Style Ebonized Tambour Door Gentleman
s Chest by Heywood Wakefield
By Paul McCobb, Heywood-Wakefield Co.
Located in South Bend, IN
An exceptional Mid-Century Modern gentleman's chest by Heywood Wakefield. The chest is constructed
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Maple
Simple, Elegant Mid-Century Modern Custom Designed Gentleman’s Chest or Dresser
By Milo Baughman, Harvey Probber
Located in Buffalo, NY
Sleek, simple, elegant Mid-Century Modern custom designed and built gentleman's chest or dresser
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Walnut
Antique French Louis XVI Satinwood
Marble Parcel Gilt Gentleman
s Chest c1900
Located in Big Flats, NY
An antique French Louis XVI gentleman's chest offers beveled marble top over mahogany base with
Category
Early 20th Century French Louis XVI Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Marble
Drexel Heritage Modern Cherry Wood Gentleman
s Chest With Flip Up Mirror
By Drexel
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous Modern gentleman's chest or chifferobe
By Drexel Heritage
Circa Late 20th Century
Category
Late 20th Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Mirror, Cherry
John Widdicomb Art Deco Burl Wood and Walnut Gentleman
s Chests, Refinished
By Ralph Widdicomb, John Widdicomb
Located in South Bend, IN
An exceptional pair of antique Art Deco highboy dressers or gentleman's chests
Designed by Ralph
Category
Mid-20th Century American Art Deco Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Aluminum
Mid-Century Modern Burled Olive Wood Gentleman
s Chest by Lane, 1970s
By Lane Furniture, Milo Baughman
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous Milo Baughman style Mid-Century Modern highboy dresser or gentleman's chest
By Lane
Category
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Ash, Burl
French Art Deco Inlaid Mahogany Gentleman
s Chest With Mounted Bronze Ormolu
Located in South Bend, IN
A stunning French Art Deco or Art Nouveau armoire dresser or gentleman's chest
France, Circa
Category
Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Bronze
Broyhill Brasilia II Brutalist MCM Walnut and Brass Armoire Gentleman
s Chest
By Broyhill Brasilia
Located in Franklin Park, IL
Broyhill Brasilia II Brutalist mid century walnut and brass armoire gentleman's chest
Chest
Category
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
Mid Century Modern Antiqued Mirror Gentleman
s Tall Chest Dresser - Danish Style
By Milo Baughman
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Very unique vintage tall chest with antiqued/smoky mirror fronts and hidden pulls for a great sleek
Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Wood, Mirror
Baker Furniture Nine Drawer Mahogany
Brass Dresser Chest of Drawers
By Baker Furniture Company
Located in West Hartford, CT
Magnificent tall and large nine drawer Baker Furniture gentleman's chest of drawers done in the
Category
Late 20th Century American Dressers
Materials
Brass
John Widdicomb Gentleman
s Chest, Dresser w. Cabinet Solid Wood w Brass Hardware
By John Widdicomb
Located in Hudson, NY
Stunningly elegant gentleman's chest made by John Widdicomb. Solid wood with solid brass pulls.
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
Harvey Probber Mid-Century Modern Gentleman
s Chest in Teak, Mahogany, and Brass
By Harvey Probber
Located in South Bend, IN
A rare and exceptional Mid-Century Modern gentleman's chest
Designed by Harvey Probber
USA
Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
John Widdicomb Art Deco Burl Wood and Walnut Gentleman
s Chest, Newly Refinished
By John Widdicomb, Ralph Widdicomb
Located in South Bend, IN
An exceptional antique Art Deco highboy dresser or gentleman's chest
Designed by Ralph Widdicomb
Category
Mid-20th Century American Art Deco Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Aluminum
John Widdicomb Art Deco Burl Wood and Walnut Gentleman
s Chest, Newly Refinished
By John Widdicomb, Ralph Widdicomb
Located in South Bend, IN
An exceptional antique Art Deco highboy dresser or gentleman's chest
Designed by Ralph Widdicomb
Category
Mid-20th Century American Art Deco Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Aluminum
Custom Gentleman
s Tall Chest in Burled Walnut Veneer by Joseph Gerte, Boston
By Joseph Gerte
Located in Milford, NH
A fine custom gentleman’s tall chest in burled walnut veneer by Joseph Gerte, Boston. Drop down
Category
Mid-20th Century American Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Burl
English Gentleman
s Dresser
Located in New York, NY
An unusual and charming light oak Gentleman's dresser raised on bracket feet. The chest has its
Category
20th Century English Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Oak
Kipp Stewart for Drexel Suncoast MCM Walnut Brass Cane Gentleman
s Chest Highboy
By Drexel, Kipp Stewart
Located in Franklin Park, IL
Kipp Stewart for Drexel Suncoast mid century walnut brass and cane gentleman's chest highboy
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
Gentleman
s Dresser By Janus
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Tall walnut gentleman's dresser by John Stuart. Janus line.
Category
Vintage 1950s American Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Walnut
Gentleman
s dresser by Paul McCobb
Located in Chicago, IL
Unusual tall chest outfitted as a gentleman's dresser.
Accordion doors reveal drawers and
Category
Vintage 1950s American Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
Baker Furniture Louis XVI Style French Regency Gentleman
s Chest
By Baker Furniture Company
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous Louis XVI style French Regency gentleman's chest of drawers by Baker Furniture. The
Category
Vintage 1980s American Louis XVI Dressers
Materials
Brass
20th Century Gentlemans Haberdashery Display Cabinet
Located in London, GB
drawers with half moon handles.
Sourced from a Gentlemans fine clothing store in Kensington High Street
Category
Vintage 1920s English Edwardian Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass, Copper
Vintage English Gentleman
s Valet/Change Box
Located in BENSENVILLE, IL
Perfect for a gentleman's chest of drawers or dresser, functioning as a catch-all for loose change
Category
Vintage 1940s English Boxes
Materials
Oak
Antique Victorian Eastlake Walnut Burl Marble Gentlemans Dropwell Dresser Vanity
Located in Dayton, OH
Antique Victorian Eastlake gentleman's dresser or vanity. Made of walnut featuring carved burl
Category
Antique Late 19th Century Eastlake Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Marble
Paul Frankl Mid-Century Modern Brass X-Pull Gentleman
s High Dresser
By Johnson Furniture Co., Paul Frankl
Located in North Miami, FL
drawers has been newly restored with white lacquer 45 with the iconic X-pulls in polished solid brass. It
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
Danish Modern Teak Gentlemen
s Chest by Westnofa, Norway, Ca. 1970s
By Westnofa Furniture
Located in Peabody, MA
A teak gentleman’s chest of six drawers and three adjustable shelves by Westnofa, Norway, circa
Category
Vintage 1970s Norwegian Scandinavian Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Upholstery, Teak
Mid-Century Modern Rosewood Ebonized Highboy Dresser, USA, 1960s
By Stanley
Located in Miami, FL
Gorgeous vintage highboy dresser or gentleman's chest of drawers featuring rosewood drawer fronts
Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Dressers
Materials
Rosewood, Wood
John Stuart for Janus Collection Walnut Highboy Dresser, Fully Restored
By Janus Collection, Mount Airy Furniture Company, John Stuart
Located in Los Angeles, CA
gentleman's chest of drawers would look wonderful in a Modern home but could also work great with other styles
Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Dressers
Materials
Walnut
Vintage Scandinavian Teak Gentleman
s Dresser Chest of Drawers
Located in San Jose, CA
Mid-Century Modern gentleman's dresser in teak, circa 1970s. This piece includes five spacious
Category
Vintage 1970s Scandinavian Modern Dressers
Materials
Aluminum
Tall Boy Chest of Drawers by Edward Wormley
By Edward Wormley, Drexel
Located in South Charleston, WV
We have 6 pieces from the same suite listed, two chest of drawers, gentleman's tall boy; 1 end
Category
Mid-20th Century American Hollywood Regency Dressers
Broyhill Brasilia Gentleman
s Chest Dresser Cabinet Armoire by Oscar Niemeyer
By Oscar Niemeyer, Broyhill Brasilia
Located in Chattanooga, TN
.
Mid-Century Modern Broyhill Brasilia gentleman's dresser chest of drawers. Vintage 1960s. One of the
Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Dressers
Materials
Walnut
Pair Edward Wormley Mahogany Cabinets Dunbar
By Edward Wormley
Located in Atlanta, GA
classic gentleman's commode and chest of drawers, but will also make a pair of awesome large night stands
Category
Vintage 1950s American Cabinets
Materials
Mahogany
Mid-Century Tuscan Mediterranean Revival Style Walnut Nightstand Side Cabinet
Located in Forney, TX
Country farmhouse farm house gentleman's style masculine petite chest of drawers commode low cabinet
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Renaissance Night Stands
Materials
Walnut
Antique Georgian Inlaid Mahogany Gentleman
s Chest of Drawers Dresser, 1750
Located in Portland, OR
A good antique George II inlaid mahogany gentleman's chest of drawers, circa 1750.
What generally
Category
Antique 1750s English George II Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Mahogany, Satinwood
Robsjohn-Gibbings Gentleman
s Chest of Drawers
By John Widdicomb, T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Very nice multifunctional vintage Gibbings cabinet in mint condition.
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Paul Frankl Chest of Drawers John Stuart, Johnson Furniture mahogany Brass Pulal
By Johnson Furniture Company, John Stuart, Paul Frankl
Located in Brooklyn, NY
1950s tall "gentleman's" chest of drawers (7) designed by Paul Frankl for Johnson Furniture at at
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
Paul McCobb Irwin Collection Black Lacquered Gentleman
s Chest, Newly Refinished
By Paul McCobb, Directional, Calvin Furniture
Located in South Bend, IN
An exceptional Mid-Century Modern gentleman's chest of drawers
By Paul McCobb for Directional
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Mirror, Mahogany, Lacquer
Gentleman
s Chest by Paul McCobb Model 1013, Calvin Group, circa 1950s
By Paul McCobb
Located in Westport, CT
1013 gentleman's chest of drawers or dresser from the Calvin group. Elegant and stately, it is loaded
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
Michael Taylor for Baker Furniture Far East 3-PC Modular Mahogany Chest
By Baker Furniture Company, Michael Taylor
Located in Germantown, MD
Michael Taylor for Baker Furniture Co. Far East Collection 3-piece modular chest of drawers cabinet
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
American of Martinsville Mid-Century Modern Walnut Gentleman
s Chest
By American of Martinsville
Located in South Bend, IN
A very nice Mid-Century Modern walnut gentleman's chest by American of Martinsville. The dresser
Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
Antique Gentleman
s Bachelor
s Georgian Mahogany Chest of Drawers, circa 1760
Located in Portland, OR
Antique gentleman's 'Bachelor's' Georgian chest of drawers, circa 1760. Made of solid Cuban
Category
Antique Mid-18th Century American George III Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Mahogany
Victorian Mahogany Sign Painted Chest of Drawers Fred Wade Gentleman’s Outfitter
Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight
This is a small chest of drawers painted with advertisements from Fred Wade Gentlemans Outfitter
Category
Antique Early 19th Century English Victorian Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Mahogany
Richard Thompson Gentleman
s Chest for Glenn of California, circa 1960
By Richard Thompson, Glenn of California
Located in San Juan Capistrano, CA
Richard Thompson gentleman's chest for Glenn of California, circa 1960. This piece has been
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Aluminum
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An assortment of gentlemans chest of drawers is available at 1stDibs. Each of these unique gentlemans chest of drawers was constructed with extraordinary care, often using wood, metal and walnut. There are all kinds of gentlemans chest of drawers available, from those produced as long ago as the 18th Century to those made as recently as the 21st Century. Gentlemans chest of drawers made by Mid-Century Modern designers — as well as those associated with Scandinavian Modern — are very popular at 1stDibs. John Widdicomb, T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings and Widdicomb Furniture Co. each produced beautiful gentlemans chest of drawers that are worth considering.
How Much are Gentlemans Chest Of Drawers?
The average selling price for at 1stDibs is $3,556, while they’re typically $795 on the low end and $23,007 highest priced.
Finding the Right Commodes-chests-of-drawers for You
Shopping for a commode or a chest of drawers?
Commode is the French term for a low chest of drawers, but it is also sometimes used to denote any case piece with a particularly intricate design. The commode dates to circa 1700 France, where it was used as an alternative to a taller cabinet piece so as to not obscure paneled, mirrored or tapestried walls. Coffers, or chests, which were large wooden boxes with hinged lids and sometimes stood on ball feet, preceded chests of drawers, a fashionable cabinet furnishing that garnered acclaim for its obvious storage potential and versatility. The term commode was also used to refer to a piece of bedroom furniture — a washstand or nightstand that contained a chamber pot.
As time passed, French and British furniture makers led the way in the production of chests of drawers, and features like the integration of bronze and ornamental pulls became commonplace. Antique French commodes in the Louis XV style were sometimes crafted in mahogany or walnut, while an Italian marble top added a sophisticated decorative flourish. This specific type of case piece grew in popularity in the years that followed.
So, what makes a chest of drawers different from a common dresser? Dressers are short, and chests of drawers are overall taller pieces of furniture that typically do not have room on the top for a mirror as most dressers do. Tallboys and highboys are variations of the dresser form. Some chests of drawers have one column of four to six long drawers or three long drawers in their bottom section that are topped by a cluster of small side-by-side drawers on the top. To further complicate things, we sometimes refer to particularly short chests of drawers as nightstands.
Even though chests of drawers are commonly thought of as bedroom furniture to store clothing, these are adaptable pieces. A chest of drawers can house important documents — think of your walnut Art Deco commode as an upgrade to your filing cabinet. Nestle your chest near your home’s front door to store coats and other outerwear, while the top can be a place to drop your handbag. Add some flair to your kitchen, where this lovable case piece can hold pots, pans and even cookbooks.
When shopping for the right chest of drawers for your home, there are a few key things to consider: What will you be storing in it? How big a chest will you need?
Speaking of size, don’t dream too big. If your space is on the smaller side, a more streamlined vintage mid-century modern chest of drawers, perhaps one designed by Paul McCobb or T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings, may best suit your needs.
At 1stDibs, we make it easy to add style and storage to your home. Browse our collection of antique and vintage commodes and chests of drawers today.
Questions About Gentlemans Chest Of Drawers
- What is a gentleman s chest?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022A gentleman's chest is a piece of wooden storage furniture with at least one section large enough to accommodate hanging men's clothing like ties, suits and dress pants. Normally, drawers appear beside and below the hanging cabinet. Find a range of gentleman's chests on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022A bachelor’s chest of drawers is a relatively short and shallow chest, usually with three or four drawers. The name refers to their historical use as multi-purpose, space-saving fixtures that are perfect for a bachelor sharing a friend’s flat. On 1stDibs, you’ll find a collection of antique and modern bachelor’s chests from some of the world’s top sellers.
- 1stDibs ExpertOctober 26, 2021A chest of drawers is also sometimes known as a dresser or a bureau. It is a cabinet with several parallel horizontal drawers stacked on top of one another. A chest of drawers is frequently used to store clothing and a variety of personal items. Shop a collection of antique, vintage, and contemporary chests of drawers from some of the world’s top dealers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 4, 2024To identify an antique chest of drawers, look inside and beneath drawers and on the back and bottom for any type of maker's marking. Researching these marks using trusted online resources may allow you to determine who produced your chest and roughly date your piece. If your chest is at least 100 years old, it is an antique. Should you be unable to locate the maker's marks, look at the hardware. Rose head nails, one-piece cast brass pommels on the drawer handles and circular rather than hexagonal bolts may all indicate that a piece is an antique. Keep in mind that hardware may have been replaced at some point and that there are many reproductions of antique furnishings. As a result, you may wish to have a certified appraiser or experienced antique dealer complete the identification process if you're unable to identify your chest via the maker's markings. Find a range of antique chests of drawers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022The first chest of drawers was invented by Chinese physician Hua Tuo during the 3rd century. In the west, chests of drawers began to appear during the 17th century and rose in popularity from there. On 1stDibs, you’ll find a collection of antique chests of drawers from some of the world’s top sellers.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022A man’s chest of drawers is also known as a gentleman’s chest. It is characterized by its tall cabinet section that hangs clothes like suits and pants, and also features a column of drawers. Shop a collection of gentleman’s chests from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021A low chest of drawers is called a lowboy. A lowboy sits at waist height and was a prominent piece of bedroom furniture in the 18th century. These low chests of drawers were a clothing storage solution before tallboys and highboys came into fashion. On 1stDibs, there is a variety of antique and vintage low chests of drawers available for sale.
- 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 23, 2024What a large chest of drawers is called depends on its proportions. In the United States, a wide piece about waist-high is usually called a dresser. A tall, thin chest of drawers is typically referred to as a highboy. On 1stDibs, you can find a large selection of antique, vintage and contemporary chests of drawers.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 2, 2021A chest of drawers with a mirror attached is called a bureau. This type of case piece is usually waist-high with a mirror that rests on the top of the structure. They are mainly used in bedrooms. Shop a collection of antique, vintage, and contemporary chests of drawers from some of the world’s top dealers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 2, 2021Dressers are designed to offer a place for you to dress, with the top functioning as a table on which to place your clothing. It will offer space for a mirror, whereas chests of drawers are typically exactly that — they provide ample storage while taking up little floor space. A dresser is usually wide and short, while a chest of drawers is narrow and tall. Both types of furniture are commonly used to store clothing and other items in drawers. Shop a collection of antique, vintage, and contemporary dressers and chests of drawers from some of the world’s top dealers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 1, 2024Yes, there is a difference between a dresser and a chest of drawers. Dressers are short, and chests of drawers are overall taller pieces of furniture that typically do not have room on the top for a mirror as most dressers do.
Although the name immediately invokes images of clothing, dressers were initially created in Europe for a much different purpose. This type of case piece was originally a flat-surfaced, low-profile side table equipped with a few drawers — a common fixture used to dress and prepare meats in English kitchens throughout the Tudor period.
Find antique and vintage dressers for sale on 1stDibs. - 1stDibs ExpertOctober 19, 2021A tall chest of drawers is known as a standard chest of drawers and also as a vertical chest. These are tall and narrow storage pieces. On 1stDibs, find a variety of antique and vintage tall chests of drawers.
- 1stDibs ExpertAugust 26, 2024The difference between a bureau, a chest of drawers and a dresser comes down to shape and function. Dressers and chests of drawers are both types of bedroom furniture that feature storage drawers. However, bureaus tend to be wider and shorter, while chests of drawers are narrower and taller. Often used for storage outside of bedrooms, bureaus are usually about the same height as dressers but are shorter than chests of drawers. Find a wide range of casegoods on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 3, 2023Yes, a chest of drawers can be used as a bedside table, provided that you have enough space beside your bed to accommodate it. If you want to be able to easily reach items on the top of the chest, choose a piece that is about 2 to 4 inches taller than your mattress. Shop a variety of bedroom furniture on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertOctober 7, 2024The difference between a dresser, a bureau and a chest of drawers is where you place these furnishings and their overall shapes and designs. Usually positioned in a bedroom, a dresser is a wide, low casegood consisting of two or more columns of drawers. When this type of furniture is placed in a living room, office, library or other space beyond the bedroom, people normally refer to it as a bureau. Another type of bedroom furnishing is a chest of drawers, which is a tall vertical column of drawers stacked one above the other. On 1stDibs, shop a diverse assortment of dressers, bureaus and chests of drawers.
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